Veritas University to host 2026 int’l SDGs summit in Abuja
Veritas University, Abuja, will host an international conference on sustainable development in February 2026, positioning the institution as a key platform for global academic and policy engagement on Africa’s development challenges. The conference, titled “Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: People, Environment, and Institutions,”is scheduled to hold on February 3, 2026, at the university’s campus. […]
Kobbo launches as Nigeria’s online marketplace for used items
By Juliet Umeh Kobbo.ng officially launched on January 1, 2026, positioning itself as a digital marketplace designed to serve the real, everyday needs of Nigerians who depend on online commerce to survive and grow. In Nigeria today, millions of people rely on digital selling through online platforms and social media, from students and young adults […]
Alia signs N695bn 2026 budget, declares end to rural neglect in Benue
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, approving a N695.01billion spending plan he described as a “people-focused budget” designed to drive rural development, strengthen livelihoods, and ensure sustained economic growth. The governor signed the bill, christened “Budget of Rural Development, Livelihood Support and Sustained Growth” […]
Senator Godiya Akwashiki dies in India; Senate Deputy President, SDP mourn loss
The Nigerian political space has been plunged into mourning following the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki (SDP-Nasarawa North), who passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in India. He was 52 years old.
Keyamo, ADC trade words over zoning, opposition politics
Keyamo, in a post on X on Thursday, accused the ADC of failing to clearly zone its presidential ticket, alleging that the party was effectively under the control of Atiku.
Enugu North LG chairman presents ₦10.8bn 2026 Budget, prioritises roads
The Chairman of Enugu North Local Government Area in Enugu State, Dr. Ibenaku Harford Onoh, has presented a Ten Billion Eight Hundred Million Naira (₦10.8bn) 2026 budget to the legislative council of the local government.
Kano Gov plans to immortalise two deceased lawmakers
Yusuf praised the lawmakers’ dedication to Kano’s development, extolling Ungogo’s role in finalising the 2026 budget.
Firefighters battle New Year Day inferno in Abuja, several states
The Federal Fire Service FFS entered the New Year on full operational alert, tackling multiple fire outbreaks across the country from midnight into the early hours of January 1, 2026, in what officials described as one of the busiest festive-season deployments in recent years.
Driver of Lexus SUV arrested over Anthony Joshua accident — Ogun Police
According to the Police spokesman, “The driver of the Lexus SUV is currently in custody in connection with the Anthony Joshua accident case. Investigations are ongoing.”
Face your problems with your super powers, Wike mocks Bala Mohammed
By Idowu Bankole Minister of The Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has asked Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State to face his problems with super powers that he claimed to have and leave him out. Wike gave the advice while speaking during his ‘thank you” visit to Abua-Odual Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers on […]
Brazil Supreme Court rejects Bolsonaro request for house arrest
Bolsonaro, 70, has been hospitalized for more than a week after undergoing surgery for a groin hernia and then a procedure to treat recurring bouts of hiccups.
